What Makes a Research Question Interesting

question 17

Multiple Choice

What makes a research question interesting?

• A) it solves a practical problem
• B) the answer is not obvious
• C) the answer will fill a gap in the research literature
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Forced Status

A condition where the state of a device or component is manually set or overridden, typically for testing or emergency purposes.

Forcing Functions

A technique in control systems and simulation where output or internal states are set to specific values, bypassing the normal operation of the system.

Retentive Outputs

Outputs in a PLC that maintain their state (on or off) even after the PLC is powered down or restarted.

Unsafe Effects

Consequences or outcomes of a process, operation, or design that can potentially lead to harm or danger to people, systems, or the environment.